Fork of the South Southern Tea Room & Candy Martini Bar

A Charming, Cozy, and Absolutely Delightful Experience! We had the best time at The Southern Tea Room in Franklin, TN. From the moment we stepped inside, we were completely charmed by the atmosphere. The space is warm and intimate, with exposed brick, soft lighting, and the loveliest seasonal decorations strung across the room. It feels like stepping into a beautifully curated little world — elegant, cozy, and full of personality. The table settings alone made us smile: gorgeous vintage-style china, floral linens, and those plush blue chairs that make you want to settle in and stay awhile. It’s the kind of place where every detail feels intentional. And then the food arrived — and WOW. Our three-tier tray was packed with a fantastic assortment of treats. The pastries were fresh, flaky, and beautifully presented, and the desserts were delicious without being overly sweet. Everything tasted homemade with real care behind it. One of the highlights was the adorable little chocolate-chip cookie shaped like a Christmas tree — such a fun and thoughtful touch that made the whole experience feel even more festive. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which added so much to the overall experience. It’s clear they put pride into creating a memorable visit for every guest. If you’re looking for a perfect afternoon tea spot — whether for a celebration, a cozy catch-up, or simply something special — The Southern Tea Room is an absolute gem. We can’t wait to come back soon!

We had a wonderful experience with this tea room. Everyone was gracious and helpful. It was tricky making individual reservations guarantees for our group of 11 but every thing went seamlessly. I can’t wait for the new parking garage at the factory because parking is crazy. The food was delicious and well presented. As a retired caterer I know the time and preparation that is involved. My favorites were the chicken salad, cucumber sandwich and chess square. Be sure to check out all the offerings at Fork of the South.

Had a fabulous time at the Tea room at Fork of the South. Loved the selection of soup, salad, savory bites, and sweets. Picking out our own tea cups and tiaras was the highlight! And the Christmas decorations were fabulous. Incredible value/experience for the price. We looked at places in Nashville and they were all way too expensive and you had to pay for parking so we said no thank. Our server Ava was so attentive and made the time very special. We cannot wait to come back for another celebration!

My mom and I had the most delightful experience at The Southern Tea Room! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm service, a charming atmosphere, and the heavenly scent of fresh tea blends. Every detail — from the scrumptious finger sandwiches and scones to the beautifully curated tea menu — made our early Mother’s Day celebration truly special. It’s located inside The Factory at Franklin, in the same building as Third Coast Clay, which made it feel like a hidden gem. The ambiance was elegant yet cozy, and every sip and bite felt like a treat. Highly recommend for a unique and memorable outing!

What a fun experience we had at the Southern Tea Room at Fork of the South. Our teenage grandkids were here from Alaska and this event was one of the special treats we had lined up for them. They had fun choosing their own tea and tea cups and receiving their own pot of the chosen tea, or in my granddaughter’s case pink lemonade. My grandson is not a big salad eater but the small salad with homemade dressing was totally gone. The two soups that were offered were delicious: tomato bisque and the cold berry soup. The service was friendly, attentive and very professional. The 3-tier serving of sweet and savory was so good and fun to have a taste of everything. Their private room made the experience seem cozy and very elegant. We were not rushed at all. I plan to take a houseguest we will have in August. She was intrigued when I told her about it.

We had the best time at The Southern Tea Room at The Factory At Franklin! Our daughter invited us out for our first ever tea room experience and it was wonderful! The room was charming and our server was so polite and sweet. It was a lovely experience!

I planned a birthday tea for my daughter’s 16th birthday here and it was just wonderful. The tea room is a marvelously charming space with so many lovely details, a wall of beautiful teacups and saucers to choose from. The tea service was delicious. Lots of teas, hot chocolate, and even mimosas and other bubbles. All of the food was handmade, fresh, and just so good. Oh the peppermint cocoa macarons! A great variety of sweet and savory treats. They also included a salad and great tomato soup. All the girls loved it, as did my 10 year old son. He has asked to go back! This place is an absolute jewel inside The Factory.

We had the best time with the perfectly portioned delicious food and delightful tea. Choosing between teas was hands down the hardest part. We cannot wait to plan our next outing to our little slice of tearoom heaven here.

We went for the first time with great expectations but much to our surprise everything was disappointing. Right off the bat, the room was freezing and we were looking forward to a warm cup of tea. However, the tea, despite being over a candle, was cold and artificial tasting. We went in knowing it would be pricey however, for $50 per person, we expected more than one food tour for four people. Still hoping to justify the price, we dug in to food that tasted right off Kroger's clearance shelf. The only thing they seemed to get right was hiring a sweet waitress who did her best given the low quality of everything. We sadly won't be back and hope they take constructive criticism to heart and make the necessary changes for this cute idea to succeed.

Absolutely loved the southern spin on high tea! Love the big band music through gammaohone. Incredible service, great memorable experience!!